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Intergenerational dementia education boosts knowledge, empathy
School-based dementia education could deliver much needed empathy and understanding for older adults, as research from the University of South Australia shows it can significantly improve dementia knowledge and awareness among younger people. Although many organizations are aware of the need for intergenerational education of this type, the study could provide additional motivation for including such programs, particularly after the pandemic or, possibly, via technology right now.
moreIndustry development
Sheltering in place tied to loneliness, depression
Older adults experienced greater depression and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study by Indiana University researchers, and relationship strength - i.e., perceived closeness to network members - moderated the relationship between loneliness and depression. Although the study reads as though the pandemic is over, that is far from the case right now. Therefore, active-aging organizations can help by ensuring as many social connection opportunities for their constituents as possible, especially through technology. It might help to monitor participation and intervene if a member or resident's social engagement appears to be dropping.
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Older and younger drivers more apt to drive unsafe vehicles
Here's the kind of "intergenerational" news we can do without and need to take steps to avoid: A study from the Center for Injury Research and Prevention (CIRP) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia found that teen drivers and drivers 65 years and older - two age groups at a higher risk of being involved in an automobile accident - are more likely to be driving vehicles that are less safe, putting them at even higher risk of injury. The findings underscore the need for these groups to prioritize driving the safest vehicle they can afford, according to the authors. Active aging organizations can play a role by becoming aware of which vehicles are less safe, and educating their constituents.
morePublic policy
Family photos curb employee fraud, unethical behavior
Displaying family photos in the workplace cuts down on employee fraud and other unethical behaviors, researchers who conducted a field survey and three experiments found. Their message: companies should consider encouraging employees to display photos of family and friends.
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Stats: Virtual doctor visit only option for 30% during pandemic
By June 2020, 30% older adults had ever participated in a telehealth visit, according to the recent National Poll on Healthy Aging. Most of those visits were likely due to the pandemic, given that 25% of older people in the US had a virtual medical visit from March to June - much higher than the 4% of people over 50 who said they had ever had a virtual visit with a doctor in a similar poll taken in 2019. Further, 30% said that a virtual visit was the only option when they called to schedule an appointment.
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Tech Talk: Telehealth leaving some older adults behind
Two studies in a recent issue of JAMA Internal Medicine highlight that many older adults are being left behind as telemedicine and telehealth are rapidly becoming anchors during pandemic outbreaks. Certainly, community-dwelling older adults with lower incomes are likely to be affected; however, even some senior living communities, community centers and other organizations that serve older adults may lack the robust infrastructure to support virtual doctor visits that may be critical to their constituents' health and wellness.
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